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For The Alfa Romeo Giulietta looks great and is available with some good engines. Most versions are well priced and equipped, and running costs should be low.

Against Rear seat space is below average and the cabin quality disappoints. Refinement is another weakness, and while you can adjust the driving characteristics at the flick of a switch, it’s never fun and the ride is firm.

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Hatchback
33 5stars

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a stylish alternative to the class favourites, but it disappoints in too many areas to threaten them.

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There are 21 Alfa Romeo Giulietta versions available

Hatchback 1.4 TB 120 Turismo 5dr £17,765
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.6 JTDM 105 Turismo 5dr £18,700
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.4 TB 120 Lusso 5dr £19,015
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.6 JTDM 105 Lusso 5dr £19,950
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.4 TB 120 Veloce 5dr £20,315
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.4 TB Multiair 170 Lusso 5dr £20,515
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.6 JTDM 105 Veloce 5dr £21,250
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDm 140 Lusso 5dr £21,250
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.4 TB Multiair 170 Veloce 5dr £21,815
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.4 TB Multiair 170 Lusso TCT 5dr £21,855
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDM 170 Lusso 5dr £22,150
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDm 140 Veloce 5dr £22,550
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.6 JTDM 105 Sportiva 5dr £23,110
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.4 TB Multiair 170 Veloce TCT 5dr £23,155
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDM 170 Veloce 5dr £23,450
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDM 170 Lusso TCT 5dr £23,550
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1.4 TB Multiair 170 Sportiva 5dr £23,675
What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDm 140 Sportiva 5dr £24,410
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDM 170 Veloce TCT 5dr £24,800
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 2.0 JTDM 170 Sportiva 5dr £25,310
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5
Hatchback 1750 TBi Cloverleaf 5dr £25,530
What Car? says:2 stars out of 5

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

As with any Alfa Romeo, much of the Giulietta’s appeal lies in its distinctive styling. Look beyond that, and it’s competent, but nowhere near class-leading. It’s neither the roomiest small family hatch, nor the best to drive, but it is available with some strong engines.

The entry-level Turismo models are attractively priced, but they miss out on a few desirable items of kit, not least alloy wheels and Bluetooth. You’re better off with Lusso spec, which adds these bits plus a few others. Veloce trim is the sportier, pricier alternative, with different suspension settings and a range of cosmetic upgrades.

If you’re after something really fast, go for the Cloverleaf, which has hot-hatch power and equipment to match. You’ll need deep pockets, however, because it’s rather expensive.

Reader test team says:

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Hatchback 2.0 JTDM 170 Lusso 5dr

I'd had my fill of driving the same old choices of Golf, A3, 1 Series so I went off piste decided to run an Alfa. I've had the car 14 months now and…

Jonathon Duffy

4 out of 5 stars

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Hatchback 2.0 JTDM 170 Veloce 5dr

I've owned a 2.0 JTDM 170 Veloce for a few months now and covered around 4000 miles. Coming from an Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM Ti Sportwagon, I realise I…

Simon Whitten

3 out of 5 stars

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Hatchback 1.4 TB 120 Turismo 5dr

I have done about 4500 miles since taking delivery of my 1.4 Multiair. I normally use Normal mode since I find it gives quite adequate performance for…

Jim Ayres

5 out of 5 stars

Alfa Romeo Giulietta Hatchback 1.4 TB 120 Turismo 5dr

The Gulietta 1750 Clover leaf is a special car. The look of the car gets better and better the more you see it. I've now completed 4000 miles and I…

roy cotterill

5 out of 5 stars
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